Adjunct Faculty - Safety Sciences

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The Safety and Construction Sciences Department invites applications for adjunct instructors in the Safety and Occupational Health Applied Sciences program. Adjunct faculty teach undergraduate courses in one or more areas of safety and health and are expected to provide engaging, student‑centered instruction aligned with program outcomes. Adjunct faculty prepare students to become leaders in protecting worker health and well‑being across industries.

• Teaching (80%) – Teach undergraduate courses and develop curriculum content focused on Safety Sciences and applied learning; design, deliver, and assess courses that integrate real‑world industry practices, critical thinking, and problem‑solving; create instructional materials and experiential learning activities aligned with Keene State College’s learning outcomes and accreditation standards; provide instructors for all Safety and Construction Safety courses.
• Student Support (20%) – Provide student support through regular office hours and individualized mentoring; offer guidance on coursework, internships, and professional development; support student success through timely feedback and accessibility outside of class.

• Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, or a closely related field.
• At least 2 years of professional, applied experience outside of academia, demonstrating effective application of safety principles in practice settings.
• A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience, which may include high school, college‑level, or workplace training environments; experience should encompass course planning, delivery, management of classroom or virtual settings, assessment of teaching, and engagement in continuous improvement practices.

• Recommended skills may include, but are not limited to: HOP, SIF Science, BBS, OSHA, EPA, Ethics, Law, Construction Safety, Industrial Hygiene, SMS, Risk/Loss, etc.

• Preference may be given to candidates who possess experience in Construction Safety.

• ISSAFE 101 – Safety Awareness
• SAFE 110 – Applied Safety Science
• SAFE 202 – Occupational Safety
• SAFE 215 – Human Factors in Safety
• SAFE 216 – Safety Standards & Regulations
• SAFE 306 – Systems & Behavioral Sciences
• SAFE 307 – Safety Management Systems
• SAFE 308 – Construction Safety Practices
• SAFE 311 – Safety and Environmental Law
• SAFE 317 – Construction Health Hazards
• SAFE 329 – Safety Training Methods
• SAFE 408 – Construction Safety Practices II
• SAFE 420 – Safety Research Methods
• SAFE 497 – Innovative Safety Leadership

• Upload Resume/CV.
• Upload Cover Letter (please indicate which courses you are qualified for and interested in teaching).

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

$800/credit or $840/credit for those with terminal degrees.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.